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'It's Going To Be A Good Challenge': Lyon Warns Against Complacency Ahead Of WTC Final

By IANS News June 07, 2025 • 10:38 AM View: 508

ICC World Test Championship: As Australia gear up to defend their ICC World Test Championship (WTC) title at Lord’s from June 11, veteran spinner Nathan Lyon has cautioned his team against underestimating South Africa’s powerful batting line-up.

While Australia enter the one-off final as favourites, Lyon is not taking anything for granted, especially given the Proteas’ red-hot form during the WTC cycle.

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